CH 420 - Forensic Chemistry

Institution:

Western Oregon University

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Description:

The applications of chemistry to the analysis of physical evidence. Topics included will be serology, analysis of arson debris, drugs, explosive residues, gunshot residues, papers and inks, paint chips and DNA. Laboratory techniques will include gas chromatography, mass spectroscopy, atomic absorption spectroscopy, electrophoresis, infrared spectroscopy, liquid and thin-layer chromatography. Two lectures and two laboratory periods per week. Prerequisite: CH 313 or consent of instructor

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wou.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 838-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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